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Which mobile phone provider is the best in Bangkok for expats?

Feb 13, 2024
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Andy *********
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Good morning/afternoon - moving to Bangkok in late March and wondering who is the best mobile phone provider please?
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When moving to Bangkok, the best mobile phone provider recommended by expats is AIS. Many users note that it offers reliable coverage in big cities like Bangkok and even in remote areas. While True offers faster internet speeds, its coverage can be lacking outside urban centers. Some users have also mentioned DTAC as an option, but the consensus leans heavily towards AIS for overall reliability and service.
Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)

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Andy *********
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Thanks everyone, really helpful and appreciate it.
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Cale *******
AIS or True Move
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Steffen *********
Do they have virtual SIM cards at AIS?
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Taketo *********
Mine using True, 20MBps. 300 baht monthly. all smooth nvr got any problem using at bkk and another province
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Saran ***************
Read this article for pros and cons on each providers.

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Sean **********
I like AIS
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Bart **************
AIS
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Harry ********
If you don't want a package, buy a DTAC card from Lazada.

Around ฿1,000 for one year free Internet, phone calls to all Samsung, and text messages.
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Neil ********
True if you travel out to the country. I live 8kk and done south to north and always true works
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Baljit *******
AIS
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Brett **********
AIS. Can get from
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Bob *******
AIS is good
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Peter **********************
I recommend AIS

I found out nothing wrong with the other networks

I bought myself a monthly package from
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in Pattaya for a couple of months and it worked for me

Wifi was unlimited

The speed was awesome
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Joe *******
AIS
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Jo **********
AIS even works in the deep remote jungle
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Thomas ******
AIS
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Matteo ***********
Dtac
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Stefan **********
Also at top floor at Terminal 21, AIS has a shop, where they can help you with everything regarding your AIS package.
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Andy *********
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Thank you everyone
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Dean *****
AIS
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Steve *******
AIS is the only reliable option.

True generally has faster internet, but their coverage can be horrible in most parts of the country, so that fast internet doesn't work when you need it the most.
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Phil ******
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John ******
AIS
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Peter *********
AIS
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Brandon ************
If you'll be in Bangkok then it will be AIS. Some of the other carriers have better service out in the provinces, but AIS is best in big cities.
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